Matthew Weideman-Contributor

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Contributor Since December, 2023
Qualifications Writer, Teacher, E-Sports Coach, Avid Gamer
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About Matthew Weideman

Matthew Weideman is a lifelong nerd who has always had a passion for writing. As a kid, he was always writing fictional stories set in the world of Pokemon or Star Wars, or building worlds of his own. 

Matthew's passions did not fade as he grew up, but he has worn many hats over the years. He is a high school Spanish teacher by day and List Article Writer for TheBestWarGames by night. He brings years of experience with writing, editing, public speaking, and even translation/interpretation to the work he does.

Favorite Games

I have been drawn to RPGs ever since a friend of mine urged me to pick up Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion  in high school.

Since then, I've put thousands of hours into series like Fallout, Dragon Age, Mass Effect,  and  The Witcher.

It's no surprise that Baldur's Gate 3,  then, is my current favorite game.

Favorite Console

It might be nostalgia, but the Xbox 360 is probably my favorite console of all time. I got one in high school, just as I was really connecting with a group of friends that I'm still very close to.

The 360  was our console of choice from that point all the way through college, so many of my fondest gaming memories are from those days. 

Favorite Movies

Growing up, I was a big fan of any kind of movies set in worlds apart from our own. I fell in love with the Star Wars  movies in particular as a young kid (partly because my uncle and other family members liked them) and the original trilogy remains one of the series I rewatch the most.

My other favorite series is The Lord of the Rings, a trilogy that I watch at least once a year in an extended edition marathon, which I have also seen in theaters back-to-back multiple times.

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Stardew Valley: The Most Profitable Artisan Goods
Stardew Valley

Artisan goods are among the most profitable items in Stardew Valley, but focusing on these particular ones will make the player especially rich.

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Helldivers 2: The Best Orbital Barrages
Helldivers 2

Orbital Strategems call on the player's ship to strike the planet's surface with a variety of weapons. However, each barrage has its pros and cons.

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Helldivers 2: Best Light Armor, Ranked
Helldivers 2

Light armor offers increased mobility at the cost of damage protection. For players that prefer this playstyle, choosing the right light armor is key.

A screenshot of Banchos restaurant during the day in Dave the Diver
Dave The Diver: 24 Best Recipes, Ranked
Dave the Diver

These recipes will fetch a pretty penny from customers in Dave the Diver.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor - Hardest Bosses
12 Hardest Bosses In Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Ranked
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

These villains will test the mettle of any would-be Jedi.

Beakon, Grizzbolt, and Univolt from Palworld
Palworld: Best Pals For Generating Electricity
Palworld

All Electric Pals can generate electricity to develop more advanced tools, but some are better at it than others in Palworld.

Shaka, Chandragupta, and Genghis Khan from Civilization 6
Civilization 6: 7 Best Leaders for the Pangaea Map
Sid Meier's Civilization 6

Civilization 6's Pangaea map has all civilizations share one massive supercontinent, and some leaders are better suited to win on this than others.

Morrigan, Solas, and Bethany Hawke from the Dragon Age series
Dragon Age: All Mage Companions In The Series, Ranked
Dragon Age

Magic and those who wield it are integral to the world of Dragon Age. Some have better stories, more powers and/or influence on the world than others.

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Harding, the Caretaker, and Lucanis in Veilguard
Dragon Age The Veilguard: 10 Things You Should Do In The First 10 Hours
Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Veilguard will take players on a journey that lasts about 50-100 hours. Here are some things that players should focus on in the first section.

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Frostpunk 2: 7 Best Buildings
Frostpunk 2

Buildings are an important part of Frostpunk 2's District mechanics. The right ones can solve a lot of problems and the wrong ones can cause them.

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Baldur's Gate 3: 7 Most Unusual Endings For Companions
Baldur's Gate 3

There are many endings for Baldur's Gate 3 companions. Some can be difficult to get, and have some bizarre consequences.

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Frostpunk 2: 9 Things You Must Do Before The First Whiteout
Frostpunk 2

Whiteouts are massive blizzards that can ruin a player's hard work and end a Frostpunk 2 campaign unless they prepare by taking these steps.

Faithkeepers, Stalwarts, and Pilgrims
Frostpunk 2: All Story Factions, Ranked
Frostpunk 2

Frostpunk 2 has players balance New London's fragile existence by playing politics with powerful factions within the city. Each has pros and cons.

The Icebloods, Overseers, and Proteans from Frostpunk 2
Frostpunk 2: All Utopia Builder Factions, Ranked
Frostpunk 2

Utopia Builder factions in Frostpunk 2 all bring something to the table. Here's how they stack up.

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